RED WINE
Merlot is perhaps the best red wine to serve if you’re planning to satisfy most of your guests. It is a good complement to lighter roast meats, particularly fowl such as chicken or duck. It is also tasty with roast pork and leg of lamb.

Pinot Noir is the great grape of Burgundy with scent, flavour and texture unmatched anywhere. New world versions are lighter with lovely strawberry aromas and some spice and chocolate if oaked. A lovely wine to accompany duck, pork, chicken and even fish. It also goes well with creamy sauces or dishes featuring cheese.

Cabernet Sauvignon is a grape of great character: spicy, herby and tannic, with characteristic “blackcurrant” aroma. A bold, rich red wine that goes best with heartier dishes such as prime rib, rack of lamb and any game meats.

Syrah, alias Shiraz gives a spicy, peppery full-bodied wine that makes an excellent choice if you plan to serve spicy food, roast lamb, aubergine dishes or barbecued meats.